Five Letter Girl Names
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Malva
Greek
"slender, delicate"
Your zany neighbor, the one who's a potter and has five cats.
Melva
Feminine form of Melvin, English and Scottish
"council protector"
Melvin is one of the ultimate nerd names, and Melva is not far behind.
Mamie
Diminutive of Mary or Margaret, Hebrew, Egyptian, Greek
"drop of the sea or bitter or pearl"
Mamie is back. Having finally shorn her Mamie Eisenhower bangs, this insouciant and adorable nickname name is perfect if you want a zestier way to honor a beloved aunt Mary. Meryl Streep's actress…
Mayme
Mayme is a vintage feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Mary or Mae. Popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Mayme has a sweet, old-fashioned charm that speaks to simpler…
Maime
Maime is an uncommon feminine name that may have several origins. It could be a variant spelling of Mayme, which itself is often considered a diminutive of Mary or Mae. The name Mary derives from…
Manet
French artist name
Manet is the accessible, attractive name of an Impressionist great; it could be the next Monet.
Kenia
Spelling variation of Kenya
Kenia debuted on the US Top 1000 list in 1992. Even though it currently ranks higher than original spelling Kenya, this is a hard sell as it alters the spelling of the African nation. The significant…
Manon
French, diminutive of Marie
"bitter"
Manon is an endearing French pet name for Marie or Marianne; it has the international yet straightforward feel that makes it a viable import. Manon of the Spring was a gorgeous French film, Manon…
Chema
Chema is predominantly used as a feminine name in some cultures, though it originated as a Spanish masculine nickname for José María. Derived from taking the first syllables of both names (Jo-sé…
Manzi
Manzi is an uncommon gender-neutral name that has varying origins depending on cultural context. In African traditions, particularly Rwandan, it can be a surname meaning 'water' or have connections…
Manzy
Manzy is an uncommon feminine name with obscure origins. It may have evolved as a diminutive or nickname for names like Amanda or Mandy, or could be derived from surname usage. The name has a…
Marae
Marae is a feminine name with Polynesian origins, specifically from Māori culture where 'marae' refers to a communal or sacred place that serves as a cultural center for social and ceremonial…
Mahra
Mahra is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Arabic, it relates to 'skilled' or 'adept,' while also referring to a prestigious breed of Arabian horses known for their speed and beauty.…
Marah
Bibical place-name
Marah is where the Israelites camped right after they walked through the parted Red Sea. Marah is related to Mara and has the same "bitter" meaning.
Marca
Marca is a feminine name with multiple cultural connections. In Romance languages, it could be related to the Latin "Marcus" (dedicated to Mars, the Roman god of war), serving as a feminine…
Marci
Marci is a feminine name with Latin roots, functioning as a diminutive form of Marcia, which itself derives from Mars, the Roman god of war. The name can also be considered a variant of Marcy or…
Marcy
Diminutive of Marcia
"Mars, god of war"
Marcy is about as hip as bobby sox and saddle shoes – which is to say, it's probably due a revival in the not-too-distant future! It was a typical Peanuts character name, which peaked in the…
Marce
Marce is a feminine name with Latin origins, derived from the name Marcus, which means 'dedicated to Mars,' the Roman god of war. It can be considered a shortened form of Marceline, Marcella, or…
March
English word name
"month name"
March has never been popular as a month name, possibly because of its slightly abrupt sound. But with all kinds of month (and season, day, and holiday) names, from January to December, Sunday to…
Kenya
Place name, Kikuyu
"mountain of white"
Kenya, a name borrowed from the East African nation and theoretically unisex, is now used mostly for girls. While it's had its ups and downs since entering the US Top 1000 in 1968, it currently ranks…